Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority - Spare Bus Parts (2 Years IDIQ) - IFB 144-2026 (2026)
Southwest Ohio Regional Transit AuthorityPublic Authority · Cincinnati, OH- Due
- Nov 23, 2026
- 20 days left
- Posted
- Oct 22, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Michael Woulms
- (513) 632-7617
The 30-second brief
The Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority (SORTA) is seeking bids from vendors who can supply and deliver on an as-needed basis various spare bus parts under a 2-year Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract. These parts will support routine maintenance activities and help ensure the continued reliability, safety, and efficiency of equipment and systems for transit buses, paratransit, and micro-transit vehicles in Cincinnati, Hamilton County, and surrounding Ohio areas. Required items include steering gear assemblies, windshields, slack adjusters, air bag springs, filters, fuel fill assemblies, shock absorbers, wiper arm assemblies, door controllers, king pin kits, and wheel oil seals meeting OEM specifications. The submission deadline is November 23, 2026, with a pre-proposal meeting on October 30, 2026, and a question deadline of November 5, 2026. Pricing must remain valid for at least 120 days, and submittals require insurance certificates, debarment certifications, tax affidavits, and lobbying disclosures.
GEAR ASSM, STEERING; PANEL KIT, RH/CS CONTROL; CONTROL PANEL (FIRE BOX); PLATE ASSM, DL2 PIVOT (STANDARD); WINDSHIELD, LH/RS; WINDSHIELD, RH/CS; RACK, BLACK DL2 BIKE; SLACK ADJUSTER, LH/RS FRONT; SLACK ADJUSTER, RH/CS FRONT; ASSM, HUB CAP; SLACK ADJUSTER, LH/RS REAR; SLACK ADJUSTER, RH/CS REAR; CARRIER ASSM, R-177; BAG SPRING, FRONT AIR; FILTER, 2010 ISL CRANKCASE BREATHER; FILL ASM, FUEL; ABSORBER, FRONT SHOCK W/ MTG HARDWARE; DIALLIGHT STEPWELL LIGHTS; ABSORBER, REAR SHOCK; ARM ASSM, WIPER WITH PANTOGRAPH; HOSE ASSM, 24 VOLT DEF PRESSURE; EVAP MOTOR AND BLOWER; CONTROLLER, DOOR; KING PIN KIT-FASTSET NO REAM; ABSORBER, SHOCK FRONT CS; DEF SENSOR, LEVEL KIT; BOOSTER PUMP; BRAKE PEDAL MOVABLE ARM KIT; CONTROLLER ASSY, DOOR; OIL SEAL, WHEEL; WC BELT TENSIONER ASSEMBLY; SPRING, REAR AIR
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Summary
The Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority (SORTA) is seeking bids from vendors who can supply and deliver on an as-needed basis various spare bus parts under a 2-year Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract.
These parts will support routine maintenance activities and help ensure the continued reliability, safety, and efficiency of equipment and systems for transit buses, paratransit, and micro-transit vehicles in Cincinnati, Hamilton County, and surrounding Ohio areas. Required items include steering gear assemblies, windshields, slack adjusters, air bag springs, filters, fuel fill assemblies, shock absorbers, wiper arm assemblies, door controllers, king pin kits, and wheel oil seals meeting OEM specifications. The submission deadline is November 23, 2026, with a pre-proposal meeting on October 30, 2026, and a question deadline of November 5, 2026. Pricing must remain valid for at least 120 days, and submittals require insurance certificates, debarment certifications, tax affidavits, and lobbying disclosures.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsible bid, responsiveness and responsibility
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
32- GEAR ASSM, STEERING
- PANEL KIT, RH/CS CONTROL
- CONTROL PANEL (FIRE BOX)
- PLATE ASSM, DL2 PIVOT (STANDARD)
- WINDSHIELD, LH/RS
- WINDSHIELD, RH/CS
- RACK, BLACK DL2 BIKE
- SLACK ADJUSTER, LH/RS FRONT
- SLACK ADJUSTER, RH/CS FRONT
- ASSM, HUB CAP
- SLACK ADJUSTER, LH/RS REAR
- SLACK ADJUSTER, RH/CS REAR
- CARRIER ASSM, R-177
- BAG SPRING, FRONT AIR
- FILTER, 2010 ISL CRANKCASE BREATHER
- FILL ASM, FUEL
- ABSORBER, FRONT SHOCK W/ MTG HARDWARE
- DIALLIGHT STEPWELL LIGHTS
- ABSORBER, REAR SHOCK
- ARM ASSM, WIPER WITH PANTOGRAPH
- HOSE ASSM, 24 VOLT DEF PRESSURE
- EVAP MOTOR AND BLOWER
- CONTROLLER, DOOR
- KING PIN KIT-FASTSET NO REAM
- ABSORBER, SHOCK FRONT CS
- DEF SENSOR, LEVEL KIT
- BOOSTER PUMP
- BRAKE PEDAL MOVABLE ARM KIT
- CONTROLLER ASSY, DOOR
- OIL SEAL, WHEEL
- WC BELT TENSIONER ASSEMBLY
- SPRING, REAR AIR
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Bid Pricing Form
- Certification Regarding Debarment
- Suspension and Other Responsibility Matters
- Personal Property Tax Affidavit
- Certification of Restrictions on Lobbying
- Insurance Certificates
- Non-Collusion Statement
- Detailed Cost Breakdown
- Submit to
- https://secure.procurenow.com/portal/go-metro
- Scope location
- Cincinnati, OH
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 23, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://secure.procurenow.com/portal/go-metro. For questions, contact Michael Woulms.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority in OH, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Bid submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Michael Woulms at (513) 632-7617. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: GEAR ASSM, STEERING; PANEL KIT, RH/CS CONTROL; CONTROL PANEL (FIRE BOX); PLATE ASSM, DL2 PIVOT (STANDARD); WINDSHIELD, LH/RS; WINDSHIELD, RH/CS; RACK, BLACK DL2 BIKE; SLACK ADJUSTER, LH/RS FRONT; SLACK ADJUSTER, RH/CS FRONT; ASSM, HUB CAP; SLACK ADJUSTER, LH/RS REAR; SLACK ADJUSTER, RH/CS REAR; CARR. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Lowest responsible bid, responsiveness and responsibility" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority?
All active and historical solicitations from Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority are tracked and searchable. As a public authority agency, Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 2 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 23, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Bid Pricing Form, Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension and Other Responsibility Matters, Personal Property Tax Affidavit, Certification of Restrictions on Lobbying, Insurance Certificates, No. Review the full document from Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Cincinnati, OH. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.